Patient's question:
Detailed medical condition and consultation purpose: Since my menstrual cycle began at the age of 14, I have experienced irregular menstruation. Initially, it was discovered that my endometrium was thickened by about 1 centimeter, and my uterus was enlarged, similar to a 40-day pregnancy. During this period, I have been undergoing continuous treatment, mostly with traditional Chinese medicine.Last year, I could feel a fist-sized mass in my uterus. It was diagnosed as adenomyosis (tumor). Due to having no history of childbirth, I was treated with Danafin for 6 months. After stopping the medication, severe pain returned, along with heavy menstrual bleeding and prolonged periods (sometimes bleeding for the entire month). These symptoms have reappeared and have severely affected my physical and mental health. Due to excessive bleeding over a long period, I have developed moderate anemia.
Doctor's answer:
Endometriosis can be treated effectively. Endometriosis is commonly found in women aged 30 to 50, especially those approaching menopause. Typically, these patients have already completed their family planning and are less concerned about infertility issues. However, young patients in their 20s are less likely to develop endometriosis. But for young patients, the most pressing concern once diagnosed with endometriosis is whether it will lead to infertility.Treatment Methods for Endometriosis: Due to continuous advancements in science and technology, it is now possible to preserve the uterus. However, many hospitals recommend purely Western medical treatment, which generally involves surgery or hormone drugs, both of which have significant side effects. Treatment options should be carefully chosen based on individual circumstances. It is recommended to use traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for conservative treatment. If a diagnosis of endometriosis has been confirmed and there is a desire for fertility, it is best to start TCM conservative treatment as early as possible.
1. TCM Conservative Treatment: Decades of clinical experience have proven that endometriosis can be completely cured with TCM conservative treatment. Some TCM treatments, such as the "Quyu Zhenggong Patch," have shown excellent results. The Quyu Zhenggong Patch is a traditional Chinese black herbal plaster that can cure the condition within 1 to 3 treatment cycles. Made from a fine combination of various Chinese herbal medicines, the patch works synergistically to tonify and regulate, promote qi and blood flow, resolve blood stasis, soften and dissolve hard masses, ensuring smooth blood circulation and eliminating stagnation, thereby relieving menstrual pain. It can rapidly improve the pelvic internal environment and alter the patient's constitution, ultimately curing endometriosis.
2. Traditional Surgical Treatment: The definitive cure is a total hysterectomy.
3. Surgical Treatment: Used for adenomyoma-type endometriosis, this method involves using a laparoscopic uterine to directly ablate adenoma tissue or lesions, often reaching the mucosal layer and requiring sutured incisions. However, the recurrence rate is extremely high, and the side effects on the body are significant, making it unsuitable for young, childless patients.